Year Round Intern - Health & Medical

Union Pacific Railroad; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Hybrid work environment

On-site cafeteria

Fitness center

Employee discount

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad is offering a college internship in the Human Resources area in Omaha, NE. You will gain hands-on experience with FMLA processes, regulatory compliance, and HR projects while supporting the Health and Medical Team.

The role emphasizes a learning mindset, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. The on-site/in-office setting blends with a flexible hybrid approach, with housing for qualified candidates and engagement through intern activities.

Qualifications

• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Refine and enhance FMLA workflows and communication for the Health and Medical Team.
• Manage projects and perform special administrative tasks supporting initiatives.
• Support data entry, document organization, and general department duties.
• Provide administrative assistance to department managers; learn from leaders.
• Build a network of professional contacts across departments.
• Assist with project management for various company initiatives and tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Project management

Education

Undergraduate degree in progress (1 year of credits)

Business/HR/Legal Studies focus

Job description

Description

Are you ready to gain valuable hands-on experience and build your career while still in college? Join Union Pacific as an intern and dive into the heart of our core Human Resources business. You'll learn about our vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services, all while working alongside your peers and interacting with senior leaders.

As an intern, you'll have the chance to apply your leadership and technical skills on meaningful projects that make a real impact. Union Pacific is looking for someone with a learning mindset, keen attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. Your internship will support Union Pacific's regulatory and compliance obligations related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) within the Health and Medical Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your business knowledge to immediate use and make a difference!

The estimated wage for this position is $21.00-$25.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

• Optimize FMLA Processes: Refine and enhance our FMLA workflows and communication strategies.
• Contribute to exciting company initiatives by managing projects and handling special administrative tasks.
• Gain hands-on experience with essential tasks, processes, and customer service activities within our department.
• Support Management teams by providingvaluable administrative assistance to department managers and learn from their expertise.
• Manage Data and Documents: Develop your skills in data entry and document organization, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company
• Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Required

• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic organization, prioritizationand time/project management skills

Qualifications - Preferred

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree with a focus in Business, Human Resources, Legal Studies/Pre-Employment Law, or related field.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens
• Maintains concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions

Work Conditions

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• 18 years of age or older
• Standard office work environment

What we offer:

• Housing for qualified Candidates
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
• A flexible and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows)
• On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska
• Competitive compensation
• Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities